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Yesterday, I participated in the Walk for Lupus as part of the team Matilda Marchers, led by one of my best friends, Heather! As a team, we raised $31,800! It was rewarding to participate in this culminating walk:) It’s wonderful to … Continue reading →

Anything goes for weddings nowadays, and my philosphy is that as long as the elements are true to who the couple is, go for it! Gotta love these geeky wedding cakes… I do have that soft spot for geeks! Here’s … Continue reading →

Since being selected as one of the two Miss Dorothy Scholarship winners for 2012 by the Association of Bridal Consultants, I have been excitedly perusing the ABC Annual Conference seminars being offered. Now, I can only choose five breakout sessions … Continue reading →

This past weekend, I did indeed reach out to dogs and senior citizens by volunteering in the community. Volunteering is something I’ve wanted to do more of, and now I am doing it! I signed up for various days and … Continue reading →

Since our flight back from Baltimore last weekend for a wedding was not until 6 p.m. on Sunday, Brian and I were able to explore the National Aquarium with some friends! But first, we headed down to the harbor area for some … Continue reading →

The Walk For Lupus is coming up for Los Angeles next weekend on September 29, 2012 and we want to make it count! Originally, our team’s goal was to raise $15,000 this year; Matilda Marchers is now the top fund … Continue reading →

My cute, nerdy husband and I flew in on the red-eye Friday night to Baltimore for our friends’ wedding this past weekend! This is the last wedding we are attending for 2012:) I loved all the special touches that our … Continue reading →

We had Back to School Night on Thursday night! This is the night where I invite the parents into my classroom and talk to them about the exciting concepts we are going to be learning in third grade this year. … Continue reading →

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Jackie Murphy

"A bird doesn't sing because it has an answer, it sings because it has a song." ~ Maya Angelou

I believe that every couple has two inner songs standing on their own, yet harmonizing as a duet. As a coordinator, consultant, and confidante, I aim to discover your song and let it be the melody at your wedding.

After graduating from Stanford and USC, I became a teacher. One of the key lessons I have always taught my students is to be true to yourself. This lesson transcends age and time, and I strive to accentuate who you are at your core on your special day. Teaching has also given me the gifts of time management, organization, an inner calm, a listening ear, and a good sense of humor! When I got engaged, I realized that these skills transferred very easily to wedding planning. Soon after being married, I knew what my new passion in life was: planning other people's weddings!

I am a member of the Association of Bridal Consultants and enjoy finding creative ideas on television wedding shows! (I tell my husband that this is, after all, "research!") I have been fortunate to have lived in Hong Kong, Singapore, Canada, and the United States, so have been immersed in many cultures and traditions, which have enhanced my wedding coordinating repertoire.

When I am not planning weddings or teaching, you might find me going on an adventure with my hubby Brian, doing Yoga to Hip Hop music, reading a book for my book club, singing in the Angel City Chorale choir, trying out a new Food Network recipe, or enjoying some delectable red velvet cupcakes!